Saturday, April 13, 2024

Bread Pudding Recipe

Baked easy bread pudding with pieces of canned peaches in a small transparent Pyrex dish

Five-ingredient bread pudding, a beloved dessert. An absolutely beautiful, visually appealing result. Soft, warm, and creamy, it has a custard-like texture that melts in your mouth. This is not an ordinary recipe. It has a twist that’s probably unlike the others.

 

What makes it special? It’s made with almost expiring bread slices. A vegetarian dessert that won’t let down non-vegetarians either. Naturally sweetened with dark raisins, it’s an ultimate easy vegetarian bread pudding.

Thursday, April 11, 2024

Venice, Italy - Top Attractions

Gondola ride in Venice, Italy, passing in the narrow canals.
Venice is a city of boats, gondolas, and vaporettos moving through narrow canals. It is built on 118 small islands connected by over 400 bridges in the Venetian Lagoon along the Adriatic Sea. The Grand Canal is the main thoroughfare, and a gondola ride is one of the key activities in Venetian waters.

Besides the gondola ride, there are other things to do in Venice. The journey usually begins with a boat ride from the main arrival point, passing famous landmarks along the way. Summer is the peak season, but Venice in Italy (PISA ITALY TOP ATTRACTIONS) attracts crowds throughout the year. During busy times, lines form to disembark, and once on land, the walk into Venice begins. Gradually, the crowd spreads out, leaving enough space to move around for the activities in Venice.

Friday, April 5, 2024

Pisa, Italy - Top Attractions

Pisa Cathedral, close and partial top view showing the marble facade, Italy.
There can’t be a trip to Italy without including Pisa. For first-time tourists, Pisa is a must. After a day in Florence (TOP ATTRACTIONS IN FLORENCE), the city is just a 1-1.5-hour drive away. The main attraction is the world-famous Leaning Tower of Pisa, one of the top Pisa attractions. 

To make the trip even more worthwhile, consider staying overnight. Options range from small, cozy boutique hotels near the tower to stylish hotels in Piazza dei Miracoli or a guesthouse along the Arno River.

How to Travel to Piazza dei Miracoli, Pisa, Italy
In Pisa, travelling to the Piazza dei Miracoli, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, brings people to view the Leaning Tower, the cathedral, the baptistery, and the monumental cemetery. This cluster of landmarks, often called the “Square of Miracles,” is the main attraction in Pisa, admired for its remarkable ancient historic medieval architecture.

Wednesday, April 3, 2024

Fried Kembung (Mackerel) With Assam Sauce

Four pieces of fried salted mackerel fish, with sauce made with tamarind juice, ginger, onion, red chilies, palm sugar, kaffir lime leaves and salt.

Ikan kembung, sometimes spelled kembong and known as Indian mackerel, is a small, affordable local fish common in Malaysia. These fish sometimes come in slightly bigger sizes and are popular across Southeast Asia.

 

In Malaysia, this same fish is boiled in saltwater and sold as Ikan Kembung Rebus, or literally “Boiled Kembung.” This variety is aptly for an easy, no-fuss, traditional Malaysian fish recipe. 


Simple and packed with authentic flavors, it’s a staple in Malaysian street food, especially at nasi campur stalls and casual eateries.

Monday, April 1, 2024

Top Attractions in Florence, Italy

Depicting an illustration from the bible, in bronze on the St. John church, Florence, Italy.
Discovering Italy is truly exciting and meaningful, moving from one city to another. It is also about covering the top sites in Italy within the time available. For those on a tour, the itinerary lists the number of days in each city, the main Florence and Rome attractions, as well as overnight stays, meal times, and travel between cities (ROME BEST PLACES TO VISIT). 

The typical Italy travel route starts in Rome and continues to Florence. The journey to Florence usually takes place immediately after a full day of sightseeing in Rome. Dinner and an overnight stay follow. The next morning, after breakfast, the day in Florence starts early at 9:00 am. This is to ensure the best things in Florence are visited before closing time.

Saturday, March 30, 2024

Best Places to Visit in Rome, Italy

Indian lady posing in front of the Colosseum theater, Rome, Italy.

From northern cities like Milan and Turin to southern cities like Naples and Palermo in Sicily, Italy is a medium-sized country in southern Europe, stretching into the Mediterranean Sea. It’s not the size of Italy, but what it is known for that draws thousands from around the world. For Asians, heading to Italy and returning home with the lasting impact of Italy signifies a permanent emblem in their traveling history (CHANDIGARH, INDIA WHAT TO DO). 

 

The long hauls to step foot in Italy are worth it for discovering Italy - its history, legendary landmarks, heritage from many years back, and Italian culture. And nothing can beat it: when Italy is mentioned, the word “Roman” immediately pops to mind. When in Italy, its Italian food, top brands, fashion, and ancient buildings all sum up what the nature of the country (SABAH, MALAYSIA TOP SPOTS).

Monday, March 18, 2024

KKSV Restaurant: Malaysian Coffeeshop Eating Culture

Formerly recognized as Restoran Poh Yap, this establishment underwent refurbishment a few months ago and now goes by the name KKSV Restaurant. The makeover includes an expanded, air-conditioned dining area. While some familiar stalls, like the Pork Noodles, remain, new additions have also been introduced, creating an exciting blend of the traditional and the novel (Exploring A Kopitiam).

Homemade Lemonade

Imagine sipping a homemade lemonade that is lightly sweet, refreshing, nourishing, and instantly wakes up the taste buds. This unique drink ...